問題一覧
1
Stimulation of the beta1-receptors will cause the heart rate to ____.
increase
2
You apply the alpha-adrenergic agent phenylephrine topically. What is the expected result?
Swollen vessels constrict
3
Adrenergic receptors include which of the following? I. Muscarinic receptors II. Beta-receptors III. Nicotinic receptors IV. Alpha-receptors
II and IV
4
The parasympathetic system uses muscarinic receptors.
True
5
Which of the following would NOT be stimulated in response to stress?
Muscarinic
6
Dopamine receptors are a type of adrenergic receptor.
True
7
The parasympathetic system does NOT control digestive actions.
False
8
The receptor located at the preganglionic junction in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems is called nicotinic receptor.
True
9
Adrenergic receptors bind with norepinephrine.
True
10
An anticholinergic agent is also known as a(n) _____.
parasympatholytic
11
Describe positive chronotropic, dromotropic, and inotropic effects, respectively.
Beta1-receptor stimulation results in an increase in heart rate, an increase in conduction, and an increase in contraction.
12
Which of the following mechanisms results in the elimination of norepinephrine? I. Reuptake II. Metabolism by AChE III. Metabolism by MAO IV. Metabolism by COMT
I, III, and IV
13
The neurotransmitter at the preganglionic junction of the parasympathetic nervous system is called _____.
acetylcholine
14
All of the following types of drugs stimulate a receptor to cause a specific response EXCEPT _____.
Parasympatholytic
15
Beta2-receptor stimulation results in bronchodilation.
True
16
The neurotransmitter at the postganglionic junction of the sympathetic nervous system is called _____.
norepinephrine
17
Which of the following is the neurotransmitter for the parasympathetic system?
Acetylcholine
18
Stimulation of alpha1-receptors results in vasoconstriction.
True
19
Which of the following is NOT considered a catecholamine?
Phenylephrine
20
The somatic system does NOT control voluntary skeletal muscle movement.
False
21
Norepinephrine binds with muscarinic receptors.
False
22
The receptor found at the presynaptic junction in the sympathetic system and parasympathetic system is referred to as _____.
nicotinic
23
Which neurotransmitters are used in the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
NE and ACh
24
What process occurs when norepinephrine is recycled back into the synaptic knob?
reuptake
25
Where is norepinephrine found in regard to nerve fibers?
The postganglionic junction of the sympathetic system
26
The sympathetic and parasympathetic systems do NOT work to maintain a state of homeostasis.
False
27
All of the following are considered to be a part of a two-junction system EXCEPT _____.
the somatic nervous system
28
Piloerection is caused by which division of the autonomic nervous system?
Sympathetic
29
Stimulating the dopamine receptors causes _____.
relaxation of renal arteries
30
Which of the following is mainly affected by beta1 stimulation?
Heart
31
Where does the primary action of neurotransmitters take place?
The neuroeffector site
32
All of the following block the sympathetic response EXCEPT _____.
muscarinics
33
Which of the following effects would be expected on the peripheral nervous system (PNS) if an agent were given to inhibit acetylcholinesterase?
Bradycardia and hypotension
34
Receptors that bind with acetylcholine can be referred to as which of the following? I. Cholinergic II. Adrenergic III. Muscarinic IV. Nicotinic
I, III, and IV
35
Which of the following metabolizes acetylcholine?
AChE
36
Which nervous systems are responsible for maintaining coordination between bronchodilation and bronchoconstriction?
Parasympathetic and sympathetic systems
37
Which of the following medications would be considered a cholinergic medication?
Methacholine
38
The neurotransmitter at the postganglionic junction of the sympathetic system is acetylcholine.
False
39
Which of the following are NOT considered a part of the peripheral nervous system?
Brain and spinal nerves
40
Acetylcholine is broken down by which enzyme?
Acetylcholinesterase (AChE)
41
Which of the following medications would be administered to block the normal function of the sympathetic system? I. Sympathomimetics II. Parasympatholytics III. Antiadrenergics IV. Sympatholytics
III and IV
42
Administration of alpha1-adrenergic agents results in vasodilation.
False
43
Which are considered to be types of cholinergic receptors? I. Alpha-receptors II. Beta-receptors III. Muscarinic receptors IV. Nicotinic receptors
III and IV
44
Which of the following receptors bind with norepinephrine? I. Adrenergic II. Alpha III. Beta IV. Muscarinic
I, II, III
45
Which of the following is a result of beta2 stimulation?
Bronchodilation
46
Sympathomimetics do which of the following?
Stimulate norepinephrine
47
Stimulation of the parasympathetic system would cause inhibition of salivation.
False
48
Which of the following is FALSE concerning sensory information?
It is known as a motor pathway.
49
The somatic system controls smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, and glands.
False
50
What is the process called in which norepinephrine is recycled back into the synaptic cleft?
Reuptake
51
Stimulation of beta1-receptors results in an increase in heart rate.
True
52
Which system is activated upon the announcement of a surprise quiz?
Sympathetic system
53
Which of the following effects would take place following stimulation of the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system? I. Increased heart rate and contractility II. Pupil dilation III. Increased digestion IV. Bronchoconstriction
III and IV
54
Albuterol is considered which of the following?
Noncatecholamine
55
The autonomic system (ANS) is made up of the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system.
False
56
Which of the following is TRUE concerning the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems?
The parasympathetic and sympathetic systems work in a coordinated, opposite fashion to maintain balance.
57
Which of the following would you expect as a physiologic response to the administration of an antimuscarinic agent? I. Increased heart rate II. Increased bronchodilation III. Decreased heart rate IV. Bronchoconstriction
I and II
58
Acetylcholine is NOT the neurotransmitter at the preganglionic junction of the sympathetic system.
False
59
Which of the following statements is TRUE? I. Acetylcholine is the postganglionic neurotransmitter in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions. II. Norepinephrine is the postganglionic neurotransmitter in the sympathetic division. III. The nicotinic receptor is found at the preganglionic junction in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions. IV. The neuroeffector site in the sympathetic division is the muscarinic receptor.
II and III
60
After administration of an alpha1-adrenergic agent, one may anticipate which of the following?
Vasoconstriction
61
Which of the following is NOT a function of the somatic nervous system?
Involuntary control
62
Administration of alpha1-blocker agents results in vasoconstriction.
False
63
Nicotinic receptors are found at the presynaptic junction in only the sympathetic system.
False
64
Acetylcholine is NOT the neurotransmitter at both the pre- and postganglionic junctions of the parasympathetic system.
False
65
Which of the following would occur after administering a beta-blocker?
Bronchoconstriction
66
A patient is taking the following respiratory medications: ipratropium bromide, tiotropium bromide, albuterol, labetalol, and acetaminophen. Which of the following medications would you recommend discontinuing at this time? I. Labetalol II. Ipratropium bromide III. Albuterol IV. Acetaminophen
II and III
67
The sympathetic system uses muscarinic receptors.
False
68
Which of the following represents a type of medication that would antagonize or block the parasympathetic response?
Parasympatholytics
69
The neurotransmitter at the preganglionic junction of the sympathetic nervous system is called _____.
acetylcholine
70
A sympathomimetic agent is also known as a(n) adrenergics.
True
71
The neurotransmitter at the postganglionic junction of the parasympathetic nervous system is called _____.
acetylcholine
72
Afferent nerves are also called motor nerves.
False
73
Stimulation of the parasympathetic system will stimulate digestion.
True
74
Which of the following describes what a function of the somatic nervous system?
Skeletal muscle movement
75
The peripheral nervous system is made up of two divisions.
True
76
What happens when acetylcholine is released to the muscarinic receptor?
Constriction of bronchial smooth muscle
77
Which of the following is NOT a sympathomimetic drug?
Propranolol
78
A parasympatholytic agent would cause which of the following?
Decreased salivation
79
Which of the following receptors bind with acetylcholine?
Cholinergic
80
After administration of an alpha1 blocker, one may anticipate which of the following?
Vasodilation
81
Which of the following is NOT true regarding dopamine receptors?
Stimulation causes constriction of the renal arteries.
82
Efferent nerves carry information from the brain to the body.
True
83
Bronchodilation is achieved by using which of the following classifications of drugs? I. Parasympatholytics II. Sympatholytics III. Adrenergic agonists
I and III
84
Which of the following is NOT regulated by the autonomic nervous system?
Skeletal muscle movement
85
Afferent nerves carry information from the body to the brain.
True
86
Which of the following is caused by sympathetic stimulation?
Bladder relaxation
87
Efferent nerves are considered motor pathways.
True
88
Which receptor does phenylephrine activate?
Alpha